It is narrated by Hazrat Amir Muawiya ra that the Holy Prophet Muhammad sa said, regarding the correct style of Qur’anic writing: “O Muawiya, keep the correct consistency of your ink under the inkpot, make a slanting cut to your pen, write the ‘Ba’ of Bismillah prominently, also sharply write the corners of the letter ‘Seen’, do not make an incorrect eye of the letter ‘Meem’, write the word Allah with great elegance, elongate the shape of the letter ‘Noon’ of the word Rahmaan, and write Raheem beautifully, and keep the pen at the back of your right ear so you will remember that.” 5 3 The Islamic scholar Hafiz Fazle-Rabbi has elaborated that this word, when used in the context of writing, can refer to calligraphy, as a means of beautifying the writing. Therefore, the Arabic word tartil is translated as a reflective, measured and rhythmic recitation. In this verse, the phrase “in the best form,” indicates the putting together of parts to form a strong, integral, consistent whole. The Holy Qur’an mentions, with regard to the revelation of the Holy Qur’an “And we have arranged it in the best form.” 2 In the modern sense, calligraphy relates to “the art of giving form to signs in an expressive, harmonious and skilful manner.” 1 Islamic calligraphy is one of the most sophisticated in the world and is a visual expression of the deepest reverence to the spiritual world. The word calligraphy comes from the Greek words kallos, meaning beauty, and graphein, meaning writing. 2nd part is available here now © User mrfiza | Ĭalligraphy is a fundamental element and one of the most highly regarded forms of Islamic Art. The Review of Religions is pleased to present the first part in a two-part article on the fascinating art and history behind Islamic calligraphy.
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